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Environmental Test Technician

Astranis · San Francisco

Posted about 2 months ago

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
54 days
Astranis's roles stay open a median of 55 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
0% of Astranis's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Astranis
high
59 stale, 0 reposted of 89 open
Hiring momentum
130 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-09-27

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Astranis's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Astranis.

About this role

As an Environmental Test Technician at Astranis, you will test spacecraft and components in simulated space environments, ensuring the readiness of the environmental test lab. Your responsibilities include operating thermal vacuum chambers, conducting tests, maintaining equipment, and documenting results to meet quality standards while supporting engineering troubleshooting efforts.

Our read on this posting2.4out of 5
benefits
3/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
0/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Astranis as an employer.

What you need

  • 2+ years of hands-on experience in test, manufacturing, or production environments
  • Strong attention to detail with excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to lift 25 lbs unassisted
  • Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends during critical test campaigns (24/7 operations)
  • Capability to work 12-hour shifts during mission-critical operations
  • U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required

Nice to have

  • Experience with thermal, TVAC, vibration, shock, or acoustic testing
  • Familiarity with spacecraft components and environmental testing procedures
  • Material handling equipment certification (cranes, man lifts, forklifts)
  • Track record of working independently and collaboratively in technical teams
  • Experience mentoring or training technical personnel

What you get

  • Equity and robust benefits package
  • High-quality company-subsidized healthcare
  • Disability and life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement planning
  • Flexible PTO
  • Free on-site catered meals

Worth weighing

  • Base pay range is $25 — $52 USD, but actual salary may vary based on multiple factors
  • Position requires working in a 24/7 operational environment, which may include long shifts and weekends
  • No specific mention of career advancement opportunities or professional development programs

Summarised from Astranis's posting. Read the full original.

Listed by Astranis on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-27. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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